Leviathans

Since before written history, Triton kind has held a special reverence for deep-sea creatures called ​Leviathans​. While much of the ancient mysticism surrounding them is no longer practiced, the great whales are still seen as sacred beasts: closer to kin than deities.

Both Tritons and Leviathans share the same vein of inherent elemental magic and can communicate with each other through an ancient form of primordial. Unfortunately, Leviathans are increasingly rare in modern times. Only a few elder Tritons have seen one in the flesh.

Whale Shrines
Shrinekeepers hold records of Leviathans and their interactions with Triton kind that date back nearly an eon. Colossal, slow moving and unquestioningly magical, they were considered to be sages of peace, whose primeval songs contained deep wisdom and knowledge of the ancient times.

The Festival of the Ancient Song marks a week of the year during which their migratory route passes by the Citadel. While this is still the biggest celebration of the year, most Tritons have given up any expectations that the whales will ever again make an appearance.

Denizens of the Citadel still leave offerings by the entrance of the Great Whale Shrine. The shrine itself descends down a long underwater tunnel and leads to the Reception Gate, where Tritons gathered during the festival to greet the Leviathans as they pass by on their journey. A small priesthood tends the gate year-round, echoing whale songs back out into open waters in hopes that the beasts will hear the call and someday return. The gate has not been opened for a very long time.